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Chicken Tocino

Savory Chicken Tocino: Your New Favorite Breakfast Delight

Indulge in Chicken Tocino, a flavorful and healthier twist on a traditional Filipino breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar or regular sugar.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Finely Ground White Pepper Can use freshly ground black pepper instead.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Flour Can substitute with cornstarch.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on preference.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh cloves recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar Cane or coconut vinegar is traditional.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Pineapple Juice Can replace with water if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Food Color Optional, for enhanced appearance.
For Cooking
  • 1 pound Skinless Chicken Thigh Fillet Main ingredient providing protein.
  • 1 cup Water Used for cooking to tenderize the chicken.
  • 2 tablespoons Oil For frying.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine dark brown sugar, finely ground white pepper, rice flour, salt, minced garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, unsweetened pineapple juice, and red food color if desired. Whisk together until smooth to create a marinade.
  2. Add the skinless chicken thigh fillet to the marinade, making sure each piece is coated. Massage it for better flavor absorption, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  3. Remove the chicken from the fridge, place it in a skillet, pour in 1 cup of water, and turn the heat to medium-high. Simmer uncovered for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the liquid reduces.
  4. Once water has mostly evaporated, add oil to the skillet, increase heat, and sear the chicken for another 5-10 minutes until lightly charred.
  5. Transfer the Chicken Tocino to a serving plate and serve with garlic fried rice and spiced vinegar dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances flavor; avoid overcrowding the skillet to achieve even cooking.

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